About John McEldowney
Lived 1947 – 2012 (aged 64). John McEldowney was a New Zealand rugby union player.
John Thompson McEldowney (26 October 1947 – 17 June 2012) was a New Zealand rugby union player. A prop, McEldowney represented Taranaki at a provincial level, and was a member of the New Zealand national side, the All Blacks, in 1976 and 1977. He played 10 matches for the All Blacks including two internationals.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was John McEldowney?
New Zealand rugby union player
When was John McEldowney born?
John McEldowney was born on 26 October 1947 in New Plymouth.
When did John McEldowney die?
John McEldowney died on 17 June 2012 in New Plymouth.
What was John McEldowney's occupation?
John McEldowney was a rugby union player.
What nationality was John McEldowney?
John McEldowney was New Zealand.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: John McEldowney (rugby union)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). John McEldowney. https://biography.guide/john-mceldowney/
MLA: "John McEldowney." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/john-mceldowney/.
Chicago: "John McEldowney." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/john-mceldowney/.
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